Do you have a passion for the outdoors, trails and preserving open space? Do you thrive on helping others and enjoy public interaction? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is currently hiring two full-time Administrative Assistants (one in the Public Affairs Department and one in the Land & Facilities Department), and will create a pool from this recruitment for future Administrative Assistant vacancies. For more information, see the Job Description on the District’s website.

The City of Glendora’s Community Services Department is looking for a dynamic and independent, results-driven Recreation Supervisor. The ideal candidate will be a multi-faceted leader who thrives in a fluid and fast paced environment while overseeing the day to day operations of an active Community Center; Timothy Daniel Crowther Teen and Family Center; Teen Center staff, programming, budget and much more! If you have strong supervisory and customer service skills and enjoy working with teens/youth, apply now! Experience in Youth Sports is a PLUS!

If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space conservation and to provide engaging and enriching nature-based interpretive experiences for a variety of audiences, we have an outstanding opportunity for you! Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking an Interpretive Specialist to join the Interpretation & Education Program in the Visitor Services Department.

If you are a real property professional with an interest in protecting and preserving open space, the position of Real Property Specialist at Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an excellent opportunity. Midpen is seeking a Real Property Specialist I or II to join our team to acquire and protect open space lands and the natural environment and provide for future public access.

Under the supervision of the Deputy Public Works Director, the Mechanic I/II performs a variety of tasks associated with the repair and maintenance of vehicles and mechanical equipment operated by the City. Duties include planning and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for vehicles and mechanical equipment. This position will also perform necessary repairs using diagnostic instruments and a variety of tools through inspection and analysis while maintaining maintenance records and tracking budget data for the maintenance and repair of vehicles and mechanical systems.

Mechanic I is a journey level position, fully aware of operating procedures and policies, receiving occasional instruction or assistance.

Mechanic II is an advanced journey level position distinguished by level of responsibility including more complex tasks and supervision of personnel.

· A minimum of four (4) years previous mechanic’s experience, including experience with more complicated equipment, or

· Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

· Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California state driver’s license with Class B endorsement, or ability to obtain one within six (6) months from date of hire

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a self-starting, independent individual capable of working in a team-oriented environment. The Central Garage is looking for a candidate who possesses a wide range of mechanical knowledge related to the maintenance and repair of small, medium, and large vehicles. The successful candidate will have the ability to perform skilled routine preventative maintenance on gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment, test and troubleshoot equipment using a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and pressurized machinery. The candidate will have the ability to provide emergency field assistance to disabled equipment, and respond to emergencies. The candidate will also have the ability to maintain records, call for replacement parts, prepare reports, and assist in the preparation and administration of mechanical budgets in conformance with adopted policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Applicants should possess a thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics including gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, fire pumps and valves, generators, welding, price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment. In addition, the successful applicant will have working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair, and practices, methods, materials and tools used in modern equipment maintenance. The ability to communicate effectively both verbally in in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and the public is crucial to the success of the department.

Excellent Benefits

· Enrollment in CalPERS retirement program (2.7%@55 for classic members, 2%@62 for new members)

· Life insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost

· Deferred compensation matching up to $300 annually calculated on a bi-weekly basis

· Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5% of salary

· Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost

· Home loan assistance program

· Credit Union membership

· Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan

· Tuition Reimbursement

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at www.calopps.org. After an initial screening of applications, those candidates that best meet the Department’s needs will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process.

Applications must be submitted by

5:00pm on Friday, October 4, 2019

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Administrative Assistant

Salary: 62419.00 - 77912.00 Annually

Job Category: Clerical/Administrative Support

Location: South Bay

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 10/11/2019

Do you have a passion for the outdoors, trails and preserving open space? Do you thrive on helping others and enjoy public interaction? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is currently hiring two full-time Administrative Assistants (one in the Public Affairs Department and one in the Land & Facilities Department), and will create a pool from this recruitment for future Administrative Assistant vacancies. For more information, see the Job Description on the District’s website.

About the District: The District manages a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact. This is an exciting time to be part of the District’s team! If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation and recreation, we invite you to apply for this position. To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page.

About the Position: We are looking for organized, self-motivated, independent workers with excellent verbal and written communication skills who are outgoing, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines while managing multiple competing priorities. These positions serve as a “hub” for busy departments, keeping the teams organized and providing general administrative support such as maintaining databases; calendaring; generating reports; monitoring and ordering related supplies; assisting in preparing, processing, and tracking purchase requisitions and invoices; and filing. Department specific responsibilities and tasks include, but not limited to, the following:

Public Affairs:

Provide general information and assistance to the public in writing and in person. Maintain an in-house inventory of promotional products, event equipment and supplies at various storage locations. Research, gather and format the latest news articles featuring Midpen and other news stories relevant to the work we do. Represent the District at various community events. Manage Brown Act notifications for all board meetings. Serve as staff liaison for the Legislative, Funding, and Public Affairs Committee (LFPAC) meetings including creation of agenda and minutes and serving as clerk at the meetings. Proofreading, formatting and some writing. The ideal candidate will have mid-level Excel and Word skills, experience in presentation material software including PowerPoint, as well as basic database software knowledge.

Land & Facilities:

Maintain database of facility rentals including tracking rents due and rents received. Provide accounting support including assistance with contract routing, purchase order requests, invoice processing, credit card and invoice reconciliation. Serve as the District liaison for tenants and vendors. Provide asset management support including vehicle servicing for office fleet, coordinate and schedule repairs, maintain database of service due dates, work orders, service requests, and inspections for all repairs and maintenance on District assets (vehicles, houses, equipment, etc.). Support aspects of purchasing and distributing merchandise purchased. Gather and format information for biweekly reports. Serve as staff liaison for board meeting agenda requests. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel and Word skills, and verbal and written bilingual skills (Spanish/English).

Education and Experience:Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and three (3) years of responsible general office support experience.

Benefits:The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply:Apply online at CalOpps.org. Application Deadline: Friday, October 11, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

The following four (4)application items are required and constitute a complete application:

A fully completed CalOpps employment application

Cover Letter

Resume

Supplemental question responses

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Recruitment Timeline:We recommend applicants be available on the following dates for panel interviews (we are unable to accommodate vacation schedules):

First Interview at our office in Los Altos: Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our office in Los Altos: Tuesday, October 22 or Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Estimated Start Date: Late November

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Recreation Supervisor

Salary: 62540.00 - 76017.00 Annually

Job Category: Community Services

Location: Los Angeles Area

Close Date: 10/04/2019

The City of Glendora’s Community Services Department is looking for a dynamic and independent, results-driven Recreation Supervisor. The ideal candidate will be a multi-faceted leader who thrives in a fluid and fast paced environment while overseeing the day to day operations of an active Community Center; Timothy Daniel Crowther Teen and Family Center; Teen Center staff, programming, budget and much more! If you have strong supervisory and customer service skills and enjoy working with teens/youth, apply now! Experience in Youth Sports is a PLUS!

Under general direction, plans, coordinates, directs, and supervises a wide range of recreation programs and activities; organizes and conducts special events; supervises staff; liaison to designated community organizations; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Recreation Supervisor include but are not limited to the following:

Plans, develops, organizes, and supervises leisure time activities for participants from preschool to advanced age groups and annual calendar of community programs; supervises teen excursions.

Coordinates scheduling of coaches and playing sites; assigns officials and scorekeepers; plans arts and crafts and cultural activities; special events, aquatics, and sports activities for year-round and seasonal programs.

Coordinates reservation of public facilities with Parks Division including ball-field preparation, setups, takedowns, and cleaning.

Supervises the collection and accounting of money for class registrations; submits purchase requisitions; prepares budget recommendations for the allocation of personnel, equipment, and supplies for program activity areas.

Drafts news releases and public brochures concerning recreation and leisure activities; maintains inventories of program supplies and equipment.

Evaluates program attendance, participant responses and costs, and makes recommendations regarding the continuance or cancellation of programs.

Analyzes trends in recreation programming, community attitudes, programs being offered, program requests, socio-economic issues, population age groupings, and other factors in program planning.

Attends meetings and assists in the preparation and presentation of staff reports; meets with various governmental agencies and professional and community groups to promote existing recreational and leisure activities and programs and to develop new programs.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at www.cityofglendora.org or contact the Human Resources Division.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in recreation or related field and two years of recreation program experience in a lead supervisory capacity.

Knowledge and Skill Levels

Considerable knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and programs common to the field of recreation and leisure services and community center operations and management; budgeting and personnel management as practiced in public agencies; principles of supervision; first aid methods and safety practices related to recreational program planning and evaluation; methods for identifying community recreation needs.

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

SELECTION PROCESS: All applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSE DATE: October 4, 2019 AT 4:00PM

TENTATIVE INTERVIEW DATE: October 16, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website. The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability. Please notify the Human Resources Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

Parks and Landscape Manager

The City of San Mateo is a very progressive City that encourages staff and resident engagement to develop positive solutions that meet the demands of our community.

The Parks and Recreation Department provides a full spectrum of services to the San Mateo community including park and landscape maintenance, street and park tree maintenance, park planning and design and a full range of recreational opportunities. There are 32 fully developed parks, 6 community recreation centers, 2 aquatic facilities and an 18-hole golf course. San Mateo’s park system ranges from small, neighborhood playgrounds to regional parks such as the Shoreline Parks and Laurelwood/Sugarloaf Open Space along with numerous community parks, medians and landscaped islands. Features unique to San Mateo include an award winning one-acre Japanese Garden, historic Central Park, two community gardens, six dog parks and four bocce courts. The Department employs more than 60 full-time employees and approximately 250 part-time employees. The Department is committed to its mission of creating community through people, parks and programs.

Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes that we are seeking in the candidates.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work,

The Parks and Landscape Manager plans, organizes and directs all activities of the horticulture division for the beautification, improvement and maintenance of the City's parks, landscaping, , playgrounds, public facilities, open space areas, and medians; inspects and reviews work in progress and upon completion resolves work problems; receives and reviews bids from contractors; awards contracts within policy guidelines; and monitors performance; develops program goals, content and standards of park quality and ensures implementation of goals and objectives; reviews and advises on new park and park redevelopment plans, including irrigation, design of landscape features and selection of appropriate materials ; undertakes minor capital improvement projects; coordinates park maintenance and improvement activity with other City departments and with outside agencies; utilizes the computerized work systems in accordance with work flow processes; responds to inquires from members of the public and takes appropriate course of action; prepares and administers the $5.8 million Park Division budget; prepare and supervises the maintenance of a variety of records and reports; direct the selection, supervision and work evaluation of staff and provides for their training and development; researches plant materials, diseases and pests; assesses growth habits and soil requirements; ensures compliance of activities to pertinent codes, regulations and guidelines; especially SB2126‑Agricultural Pest Control Advisor requirements and Playground Safety Standards. This Manager supervises 18 merit employees, in addition to the equivalent of 9FTE temporary, part-time, and per diem staff.

Recreation Specialist I/II-I

Salary: 12.47 Hourly

Job Category: Recreation

Location: Northern Bay Area

Job Type: Part-Time

Close Date: Continuous

The Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and the state’s capital, Sacramento, Suisun City is hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail service right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for the myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

The Department

The Recreation and Community Services Department is responsible for the operations and programs of the Suisun City Marina, the Senior Center and the Joseph A. Nelson Center, including preschool, after-school programs at various sites, recreation classes and sports leagues, community events and special event rentals.

The Position

Recreation Specialist I is the entry level for this job class responsible for delivering a wide variety of Recreation and Community Services programs to City residents. We’re looking for highly-motivated people with a customer service orientation who genuinely enjoy helping others and who are flexible problem-solvers. This job class includes a number of specialization assignments covering a variety of recreation roles, programs and facilities to which the incumbent will be assigned. Discussion of your specific area of interest is part of the application process. Assignments include:

Marina: If you enjoy the Waterfront and want to work with a team creating a wonderful Waterfront District, this may be the job for you. Duties include light maintenance, cleaning, money collection, and presenting great customer service towards our marina users and guests. Knowledge of boating preferred.

Youth Sports: Work as a team with youth ages 2-17 in a fun sports environment. Volleyball, basketball, soccer, flag football and pee wee sports just to name a few. Duties include coaching, officiating, site facilitation, score keeping and equipment management.

Registration: Assist customers with registration for all Recreation and Community Services programs and events. This is a fast-paced position that requires resourcefulness, professionalism and teamwork!

Facilities: Come be part of a great team that works behind the scenes making all Recreation and Community Services excel! This job entails setting up for events and rentals, cleaning the facility and performing light maintenance duties. If you are flexible and enjoy a fast paced environment, this job is for you!

Youth Services: Help run the After-School and Summer Camp Programs by leading and teaching youth program participants in exciting and fun activities such as arts, crafts, music, games, sports, science, and more!

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: September 30, 2019.

THE POSITION

Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, helping create a literate and informed community, provide amazing customer service, and participate in exciting programming? If you answered "yes," consider meeting us and joining our team!

Apply for a Community Program Specialist position with San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences!

San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community.

The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Brisbane, Belmont, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, East Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Millbrae, Woodside, Pacifica, and San Carlos, as well as our administrative offices in San Mateo. The current vacancy is subject to change but is expected to be filled in the Community Learning program, which includes Adult Literacy. Successful candidates will be excited about new challenges, eager to learn, and energized by working with people from a variety of backgrounds. We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always a plus.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

Visualize, adapt, and deliver non-traditional and innovative services that benefit the needs of the community.

Maintain current and develop new programs that support adult learners, with a particular focus on critical skills and knowledge, including but not limited to English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and workforce development.

Recruit, train, manage, and retain volunteers to support Community Learning programs.

Provide training and support for library staff working in program areas.

Collect and maintain program records and statistics and create reports, as needed.

Establish cooperative working relationships with community services providers, program participants, volunteers, and co-workers.

Plan, schedule, coordinate, and carry out programming, workshops, classes, and at special events, along with outreach activities to community groups and agencies, ranging from tabling to public speaking.

Use technology as a tool, staying on top of new technology trends that support program areas.

Work in a collaborative teamwork setting and inspire fun in the workplace.

Take initiative and work independently and with others.

Provide excellent customer service to patrons of any age in a busy public library.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Because of the diversity of the communities we serve, bilingual language skills are preferred for this position, but not required. Specifically, we seek applicants with the ability to read, write and speak fluently in both English and Spanish, and/or in both English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin).

SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIESThe San Mateo County Libraries is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. SMCL is a high performing organization. Named a four-star library by Library Journal for the eighth consecutive year, SMCL ranked 2nd in California among similar peer libraries. SMCL is committed to providing quality public service. To achieve this, we value diversity among staff and encourage each employee to take personal responsibility and make individual contributions. In addition to a broad range of digital content and services the Library includes twelve community libraries, bookmobile service and a literacy program. Serving a population of 270,000 residents, SMCL circulated over 3.4 million items to 2.2 million visitors last year. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Community Program Specialist I: Two years of experience in an organization providing social services which has included responsibility for community service program development such as planning, evaluating, monitoring or coordinating projects.Community Program Specialist II: Four years of experience in an organization providing social services which has included responsibility for community service program development such as planning, evaluating, monitoring or coordinating projects.

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices, and administrative requirements of the program to which assigned.

Contemporary social, political and economic trends and problems related to community services.

Principles of social planning and program development related to community services.

Specialized technical knowledge related to assigned program area.

Monitoring and evaluating systems for community services programs.

Formulation and function of community and volunteer organizations.

Current social and community needs.

Principles and practices in community development and services planning.

Methods applied to the collection and evaluation of statistical data.

Principles of community organization.

Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations and County and program policies and guidelines.

Computer applications related to the work.

Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment.

Skill/Ability to:

Make independent judgments and work independently.

Prepare concise reports and recommendations.

Communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Coordinate multiple facets of a program function.

Interpret rules, regulations and guidelines at all government levels.

Compile, analyze and interpret data using statistical and research techniques.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with members of other departments and diverse community groups.

Plan, organize, promote and coordinate diverse community program activities.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATIONOpen and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs.The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

DEFINITION: Under supervision, coordinate and lead up to 10 Transportation Specialist drivers; coordinate the day to day operations of the transportation program which includes organizing route schedules and assisting in planning and implementing various projects in order to enhance the transportation program. Schedule may include evenings, holidays and weekends; work schedule will not exceed 35 hours per week. This position will work closely with the Community Services Coordinator on training (both on the road and in the office) of new and existing employees, conducting surveys of participants, and performing staff audits; therefore, strong leadership and supervisory skills are required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:All applicants MUST attach proof of Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement at the time you submit your employment application.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to:

Communicate with drivers via two-way radio; address any issues or concerns that arise in order to ensure quality control.

Assure that all drivers are notified of participants that have special needs, such as service dogs and/or personal care attendants that accompany participants, oxygen tanks, mobility aids (motorized wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, walkers, canes), dialysis patients, etc.

Prepare a list of emergency contact information for drivers in case of emergency such as an accident, property damage, and natural disaster.

Distribute and collect van driver timesheets every two weeks; Perform duties of a Transportation Specialist driver as needed.

Responsible to react and report to immediate supervisor any/all concerns reported by drivers.

Respond to emergency situations as reported by a driver and complete and process incident/accident reports.

Verify all senior van passes are current and passengers’ contact information is up to date and that all van riders understand and have signed a City of Fontana waiver of liability form.

Answer phone calls, schedule and confirm appointments, and troubleshoot as needed throughout the day.

Organize route schedules for five routes each operational day. Provide to the drivers all pertinent information needed to accurately complete their route schedule, including passenger’s address, phone number, and the destination. If the destination is for a scheduled appointment, the appointment time will be included.

Review the route schedules to ensure that the pickup times are manageable and will update the route schedule in the computer system.

Assist in planning and implementing various projects in order to enhance the transportation program including researching various federal and local grant opportunities.

Create a marketing plan for the transportation program to attract new participants and employees.

Operate a computer and related software; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged standing, sitting, walking on level or unleveled and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing 25 pounds or more. This position requires near and far vision for reading written documents and in the observation of participants during activities. Acute hearing is also required in providing customer service to public and /or assistance in facility, classroom, or outdoors.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The employee must have the knowledge of Bus/Van operation, effective safety precautions, and first aid techniques.

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation and/or community services program areas. Experience in Bus/Passenger Van operations which included dispatching of same is highly preferred. Employeemust have a valid CA Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement and a good driving record and must maintain a good driving record during employment. EDUCATION: Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent required with some upper division college coursework preferred.

Tree Trimmer I/II

Interpretive Specialist

Salary: 81630.00 - 101923.00 Annually

Job Category: Parks

Location: South Bay

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 10/06/2019

If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space conservation and to provide engaging and enriching nature-based interpretive experiences for a variety of audiences, we have an outstanding opportunity for you! Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking an Interpretive Specialist to join the Interpretation & Education Program in the Visitor Services Department.

About the Position:

The Interpretative Specialist will have a solid foundation in the principles and techniques of interpretation methods and be able to plan, coordinate, deliver, and direct engaging and effective interpretive programming and projects. The position serves as the technical lead, trainer/mentor, and day-to-day contact for the District’s Outdoor Activity Docents (volunteer naturalists) and supports their delivery of interpretive activities on District’s preserves. The Interpretive Specialist will also work in a collaborative role with other program staff to support cross-discipline (environmental education and natural resource management) engagement of adults and youth in natural and cultural history experiences and will assist program manager in identification of interpretive partnership opportunities for program growth.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge and subject matter expertise in the application of interpretation theory and professional competencies including though not limited to: thematic interpretive activity development and delivery, interpretive writing, interpretive training and coaching, interpretive media, interpretive plans and projects, and visitor or participant assessment techniques. A background in California ecology and conservation principles, competency in inquiry-based instruction and training of adult learners, and experience in docent supervision/volunteer management is expected. An independent organized work-style and strong communication skills are needed in this people-focused, and subject matter rich position.

For additional information about the Interpretive Specialist position, see the Job Description page of the District website.

About the District:

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is comprised of over 63,000 acres of land and 26 open space preserves protected for public enjoyment. In 2014, with broad public support, the District secured $300 million dollars of bond capacity with the passing of Measure AA, which serves as a mandate for the District to continue to pursue our mission to “acquire and preserve” open space land and “protect and restore the natural environment” in the lush regional green-belt system near Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our employee video “Working for Midpen” on the Jobs page.

Working Conditions:

This classification is partially sedentary in a standard office setting and partially active in the field - hiking/walking is required while conducting programs and trainings, employee may also be required to drive vehicles over unimproved roads. Persons in this classification occasionally lift, carry, push and pull equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must wear District issued uniform when interacting with the public or as deemed necessary.

Required Education & Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in interpretation, physical or natural sciences, environmental or conservation studies, or a related field; and two (2) years of relevant experience working in a setting or program area that provides interpretive services to the general public (adults and children) or specialized audiences, preferably in an outdoor location - park, recreation area, or open space environment.

Bilingual skills, certification as an Interpretive Guide (CIG) or other certification through the National Association for Interpretation, and/or UC California Naturalist certification are highly desirable.

Licenses & Certifications Required:

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) months of employment.

The following four application items are REQUIRED in order to be considered for the position: (1) Employment application (2) Resume (3) Letter of interest in the position and (4) Supplemental question responses. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.Applicants with the most ideal experience and qualifications will be contacted for interviews.

Real Property Specialist I or II

Salary: 75850.00 - 112375.00 Annually

Job Category: Real Property

Location: South Bay

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 10/07/2019

If you are a real property professional with an interest in protecting and preserving open space, the position of Real Property Specialist at Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an excellent opportunity. Midpen is seeking a Real Property Specialist I or II to join our team to acquire and protect open space lands and the natural environment and provide for future public access.

The District manages a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountains compromised of over 63,000 acres of land and 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment. In 2014, Peninsula voters passed Measure AA, a mandate for District to continue to pursue our mission to acquire and preserve open space land, protect, restore the natural environment and provide opportunities for public access as part of a green-belt system near Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area. If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, we invite you to apply for this position! To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page.

*About the Position: We are seeking to fill one position at this time, at either the I or II level, depending upon candidate qualifications. The Real Property Specialist is a generalist role, and is expected to possess the ability to deal with all aspects of real property transactions and issues. The position is responsible for handling a wide variety of routine to complex professional real property activities including, but not limited to, the following: property acquisitions, easements (execution, interpretation, enforcement, etc.), title research, due diligence investigations, litigation prevention and resolution, encroachments, exchanges and leases.

The ideal candidate will be organized, analytical, and pragmatic with a strong foundation in real estate principles, practices and law. Strong communication, collaboration, interpersonal and problem solving skills are the most critical abilities required for the position. The Real Property Specialist should be familiar with appraisal review and valuation principles, title report interpretation, legal description fundamentals, real property and easement law.

The Real Property Specialist will communicate and collaborate closely with District departments when purchasing property, securing easements, or resolving encroachments. The position will also write Board reports to request approval for real estate transactions, and provide presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, Board Committees, and constituents at public meetings.

Work Environment:The Real Property Specialist is part of the Real Property Department at the District’s offices in Los Altos, California. In addition to working in the office and providing project presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, and Committees, and at public meetings, the Real Property Specialist will often meet property owners and/or District staff in the field and hike through steep terrain and wildland areas. Field work will require driving District vehicles in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as in an office environment.

Education and Experience:Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in real estate, real estate law, business administration, or a related field, and at least one (1) year of experience for the Real Property Specialist I or three (3) years of experience for the Real Property Specialist II in real estate that includes significant public contact, preferably with a public agency or land trust.

Licenses & Certifications Required:

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License

Real Property Specialist II: Successful candidate required to attain Right of Way Certification relevant to position within 18 months of hire (certification is desired, but not required, for Real Property Specialist I).

Benefits:The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

The following four (4)application items are required and constitute a complete application:

(1) A fully completed CalOpps employment application

(2) Cover Letter

(3) Resume

(4) Supplemental question responses

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Recruitment Timeline:We recommend applicants be available on the following dates for panel interviews (we are unable to accommodate individual schedules):

First Interview: October 17, 2019

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our office in Los Altos: October 24, 2019

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer